A review by ljconkle
You Should Sit Down for This: A Memoir about Wine, Life, and Cookies by Tamera Mowry-Housley
4.0
I want to start by saying this book was so impactful for me. Tia and Tamera were two of the first people in Hollywood I remember seeing as a kid and saying “Wow, those girls look like me, and they’ve made it in Hollywood!” When I saw Tamera wrote a memoir, I knew I had to read it.
I want to note I love how this was written. It really did feel like I was sitting having a conversation with her in her house over cookies and wine (which I would often have in my own house to keep with the mood while reading). The book was short so easy to read quick, and the lighthearted nature of the writing really just drew you in to Tamera’s infectious and bubbly personality. I learned, and laughed, and wanted to cry at the end, but I think she gave a fun and unique perspective, especially for someone so young writing a memoir.
I recommend this read for young women, women who grew up in religion, and women of color who might be wondering what’s next or am I doing enough to prove myself. But please know, this book must be enjoyed with some good wine, your favorite scented candle, and some fresh baked cookies (even if you didn’t bake them fresh yourself).
I want to note I love how this was written. It really did feel like I was sitting having a conversation with her in her house over cookies and wine (which I would often have in my own house to keep with the mood while reading). The book was short so easy to read quick, and the lighthearted nature of the writing really just drew you in to Tamera’s infectious and bubbly personality. I learned, and laughed, and wanted to cry at the end, but I think she gave a fun and unique perspective, especially for someone so young writing a memoir.
I recommend this read for young women, women who grew up in religion, and women of color who might be wondering what’s next or am I doing enough to prove myself. But please know, this book must be enjoyed with some good wine, your favorite scented candle, and some fresh baked cookies (even if you didn’t bake them fresh yourself).